Tunisian authorities have detained pro‑Palestinian activists as an international group prepares a new flotilla aimed at bringing aid to Gaza.
more than two dozen humanitarian organizations from operating in the Gaza Strip for failing to comply with new registration rules and Gaza's population of over 2 million Palestinians still face a humanitarian crisis.
According to organizers, the new flotilla is to include more than 1,000 activists including medical doctors, war crimes investigators and engineers. It will be supported by a land convoy that is expected to attract thousands more. The boats are expected to sail from Spain, Tunisia and Italy. Authorities banned a planned event Thursday in Tunis that had been expected to host international activists including Brazilian campaigner Thiago Ávila, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and Global March to Gaza Palestinian organizer Seif Abu Koshk. Ávila's team said on Facebook that he was also detained Friday at Brussels Airport while traveling from Tunis to Amsterdam for a meeting of the Hague Group, a bloc of states committed to legal and diplomatic measures in defense of international law. Earlier this week, activists said security forces prevented a ceremony at the Tunisian port of Sidi Bou Said intended to honor port workers who had supported the previous flotilla mission last year. Prior to Friday’s arrests, the Tunisian branch of the flotilla’s steering committee had also called for a protest in Tunis on Saturday night in support of Iran following joint strikes by the United States and Israel. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.Longer yellow lights, digital ID protections included in proposed Florida transportation billFSCJ Manta Rays reach NJCAA mascot final; community urged to voteTeachers raise alarm over bill requiring unions to show support from 50% of employeesSt. Johns County Sergeant who pulled driver from fiery I-95 crash recounts rescueJacksonville’s PATH program shows early progress reducing downtown homelessnessIt's gonna be warm! Start hydrating early for Gate River RunJustice 4 All: How proposed legislation could impact homeowners with poolsMayor Deegan approves 3 a.m. alcohol sales downtown; some News4JAX viewers question safetyHow Florida’s fishing license change could impact touristsBig changes runners need to know for Gate River Run ExpoMan charged after 1 killed, 2 wounded by gunfire at construction site in St. Johns County1:03Bus company confirms driver removed from service after unauthorized person boards school busOceanway residents disappointed in committee’s decision to approve storage unit developmentUNF poll finds that Florida voters are split on Trump's immigration policyHappy clouds on a Happy Humpday. When will we get some rain?Photos show Jacksonville-based Navy ships, helicopters playing key roles in ‘Operation Epic FuryHow the Middle East conflict will affect travelSt. Johns County deputies pull man away from fiery crash on I-95Jacksonville HIV advocate warns of crisis as thousands lose medication accessPassion 4 Pets: Taco is looking for his furever home 🌮Race director's Top 5 things to know for a successful Gate River Run -- with a bonus from MelanieRace director's Top 5 things to know for a successful Gate River Run -- with a bonus from MelanieLIFT JAX, Swisher announce $135M expansion to create jobs for Eastside residentsGas prices spike overnight. Will they continue to rise?Manatees at Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens enjoy new river habitat
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